Bombardier Supports the Evolution of Mobility in Asia at SmartRail

BANGKOK, THAILAND--(Marketwired - Nov. 24, 2014) - Rail technology leader Bombardier Transportation is presenting its range of total mobility solutions at SmartRail, one of Asia's leading railway trade exhibitions. As a sponsor of the event being held in Bangkok, between 26 - 28 November, Bombardier is showcasing its latest technology for the evolution of mobility across the region.

"This is an exciting time to be discussing an integrated rail network for Asia," said Gregory Enjalbert, Bombardier Transportation, Head of Rail Control Solutions Division Asia Pacific. "I fully believe that rail has a major role to play as the ASEAN community and connectivity across the whole region continues to develop. With 28 sites and expertise spanning the sector, Bombardier systems are already moving millions in cities from Delhi to Kuala Lumpur and Shanghai to Singapore, and on extensive mainline systems such as in China, India, Malaysia, Taiwan and Thailand."

Bombardier's latest rail vehicles, transit systems and signalling solutions for mainline and mass transit operations, proven for the Asia market and increasingly designed and produced in the region, will be showcased at Bombardier's stand (F1). Visitors can also attend seminars on the BOMBARDIER INTERFLO mainline and BOMBARDIER CITYFLO communications-based train control (CBTC) mass transit rail control solutions.

With trends focused on urbanisation, technology on show will include the BOMBARDIER MOVIA metro, the smart, green, high capacity urban mobility solution, as being delivered in Singapore. The turnkey BOMBARDIER INNOVIA APM automated people mover system for airports or urban transit has an unprecedented track record for reliability and availability at more than 25 locations worldwide. Total solutions extend to rail control, including the advanced CITYFLO 650 CBTC solution, in delivery or operation on over 30 lines globally, including in Bangkok.

As borders are becoming easier to cross, mainline rail is becoming increasingly important. The BOMBARDIER TRAXX DE (Diesel-Electric) locomotives for passenger or freight are well known for high reliability, excellent traction, energy efficiency and low maintenance costs. INTERFLO mainline signalling solutions for commuter, intercity and high-speed applications are spanning countries and providing interoperable solutions to cross borders. Bombardier's European Rail Traffic Management System (ERTMS) technology is in operation across the globe on approximately 24,000 km of track and on over 2,800 vehicles.